Job summary University Hospitals Bristol and Weston Foundation Trust (UHBWFT) seeks applicants for 12-month Clinical Fellow posts, in Critical Care, at SHO / ST1-2 level to commence August 2025 to meet the increasing demand for critical care services within the trust. UHBWFT includes the Emergency Departments (ED) of Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI), Bristol Children's Hospital and Weston General Hospital (WGH). Both BRI and WGH provide intensive care services. This post will be based in the adult BRI ED service and the adult BRI intensive care service. The post provides an ideal opportunity for the successful candidate to work in a busy inner city university hospital which forms part of a large tertiary referral centre for several specialities including cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery. This post comprises six months of Intensive Care Medicine and six months of Emergency Medicine. The total duration of the appointment is 12 months. All BRI Clinical Fellows have an Educational Supervisor, within the relevant department, and access to the 14 Fish portfolio platform provided by the Trust. Successful applicants will have access to full support and advice for career progression. Salary will be calculated by HR and will be fully compliant with the current national regulations. Main duties of the job The post would be suitable for trainees who have completed Foundation or core speciality training and will offer the successful applicant an opportunity to develop their skills in Intensive Care Medicine. You will join a highly motivated team of medical, nursing and allied health professionals and work in a busy, thriving, well supported unit. The full shift rota comprises shifts across the General Intensive Care Unit (GICU), the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) and Critical Care Outreach. You will gain experience in a number of different organ support modes including respiratory, cardiovascular and renal support. The successful candidate could expect to gain skills in airway management, invasive monitoring and ultrasound. UHBWFT is one of the busiest EDs in the Southwest having over 70,000 adult attendances per year. Attendances are of high acuity and reflect the broad spectrum of patients attending an inner-city ED which forms part of a large tertiary referral centre for several specialities including cardiology, with 24 hour PPCI availability, and cardiothoracic surgery.The post participates in a 24-hour full shift, fully compliant, SHO / ST1-2 rota and benefits from seven day a week consultant cover up until midnight and 24 hour registrar grade support. This post would be ideal for any candidate planning a career in Emergency Medicine, or any acute speciality, and is also suitable for doctors wishing to pursue a career in General Practice. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 387-M3852-DY Job locations Bristol Royal Infirmary Upper Maudlin St Bristol BS2 8HW Job description Job responsibilities For a more comprehensive breakdown of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please see the attached Job Description. Full GMC registration, with a licence to practice, is required at the time of application. At least 6 months UK NHS Clinical practice (not observing or attachment) is mandatory. Job description Job responsibilities For a more comprehensive breakdown of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please see the attached Job Description. Full GMC registration, with a licence to practice, is required at the time of application. At least 6 months UK NHS Clinical practice (not observing or attachment) is mandatory. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Good clinical care Maintaining good medical practice Good relationships and communication with patients Good working relationships with colleagues Good teaching and training Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients Able to participate as key member of cardiac arrest team Demonstrates good clinical judgement Understands audit and governance processes Desirable Completed specialist skills courses (e.g. difficult airways, ATLS/APLS, ultrasound) Designed and / or completed audits Skills and Abilities Essential All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following; oA) that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or B) have the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6. Capacity & motivation to take in others' perspectives & treat others with understanding Capacity to recognise own limitations and develop appropriate coping mechanisms Ability to organise and prioritise workload Good communication skills Honesty and reliability Ability to work effectively within a team Flexibility Inquiring and critical approach to work Demonstrates initiative Appropriately assertive Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients Desirable Ability to take on administrative roles within the Department A willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave Additional & Aptitudes Essential UHBW Trust values: We are supportive. We're always there for each other We are respectful. We always look for the best in people We are innovative. We're full of bright ideas We are collaborative. We do things together Qualifications and Training Essential At least 6 months previous NHS clinical experience (not observing) Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice, at time of application Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice) Fitness to practice is up to date and fit to practice safety No unexplained career gaps At least 24 months' experience1 (at FY1/2 level) in appropriate posts Advanced Life Support Provider Desirable MRCP / MRCS (Part 1) or equivalent Other membership, fellowship or diplomas Other Essential Eligibility to work in the UK Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Good clinical care Maintaining good medical practice Good relationships and communication with patients Good working relationships with colleagues Good teaching and training Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients Able to participate as key member of cardiac arrest team Demonstrates good clinical judgement Understands audit and governance processes Desirable Completed specialist skills courses (e.g. difficult airways, ATLS/APLS, ultrasound) Designed and / or completed audits Skills and Abilities Essential All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following; oA) that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or B) have the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6. Capacity & motivation to take in others' perspectives & treat others with understanding Capacity to recognise own limitations and develop appropriate coping mechanisms Ability to organise and prioritise workload Good communication skills Honesty and reliability Ability to work effectively within a team Flexibility Inquiring and critical approach to work Demonstrates initiative Appropriately assertive Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients Desirable Ability to take on administrative roles within the Department A willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave Additional & Aptitudes Essential UHBW Trust values: We are supportive. We're always there for each other We are respectful. We always look for the best in people We are innovative. We're full of bright ideas We are collaborative. We do things together Qualifications and Training Essential At least 6 months previous NHS clinical experience (not observing) Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice, at time of application Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice) Fitness to practice is up to date and fit to practice safety No unexplained career gaps At least 24 months' experience1 (at FY1/2 level) in appropriate posts Advanced Life Support Provider Desirable MRCP / MRCS (Part 1) or equivalent Other membership, fellowship or diplomas Other Essential Eligibility to work in the UK Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Royal Infirmary Upper Maudlin St Bristol BS2 8HW Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)